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Is bottom-placed CSK's IPL campaign nearing end?

Is bottom-placed CSK's IPL campaign nearing end?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

'It's fair to say looking at the table now that this team may have run out of juice.'

CSK not to go for foreign player in IPL auction: Fleming

CSK not to go for foreign player in IPL auction: Fleming

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming indicated that his team may not look for foreign players in Sunday's Indian Premier League auction as he felt "looking for new overseas players will lose fan base".

Hussey is the pivot of Chennai batting: Fleming

Hussey is the pivot of Chennai batting: Fleming

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming praised his senior batsman Michael Hussey for his contribution to the team, describing the Australian as the pivot of CSK's batting in the IPL.

Fleming credits Badri, Hussey for win vs MI

Fleming credits Badri, Hussey for win vs MI

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming applauded Mike Hussey and S Badrinath for laying a solid platform for their skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni to launch an attack in death overs that turned the match in their favour against Mumbai Indians in the IPL eliminator in Bangalore.

What forced CSK to give Dube the crucial 19th over

What forced CSK to give Dube the crucial 19th over

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Chennai Super Kings' head coach Stephen Fleming compared the dew during his team's IPL 2022 match against Lucknow Super Giants in Thursday to the Niagara Falls.

Why teams must watch out for CSK in IPL-11

Why teams must watch out for CSK in IPL-11

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming is a man on a mission as he looks to rekindle the magic that turned the team into one of the most successful ones in the opening decade of Indian Premier League.

Struggling Chennai look to get back to winning ways

Struggling Chennai look to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Seeking to end their losing streak at home, Chennai Super Kings will have their task cut out when they take on an improved Deccan Chargers in an Indian Premier League match in Chennai on Friday.

CSK has been challenged for the first time: Fleming

CSK has been challenged for the first time: Fleming

Rediff.com1 May 2012

In a candid submission, defending champions Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming has said that his side has been 'challenged for the first time' in the history of the Indian Premier League.

It's only 3 matches, still a long way to go: Fleming

It's only 3 matches, still a long way to go: Fleming

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming feels that skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is "not under any kind of pressure" despite his woeful batting form and the scratchy performance of the defending champions in their three IPL matches so far.

New pitch took away home advantage: Fleming

New pitch took away home advantage: Fleming

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Having crashed to a humiliating eight-wicket defeat against Mumbai Indians in the IPL opener, Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said they were done in by the lack of knowledge about the new home wicket at the M Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Shivam Dube happy to get 'the chance and perform well'

Shivam Dube happy to get 'the chance and perform well'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Shivam Dube, who hit a match-winning unbeaten 64 against Chennai Super Kings in his first match of the Indian Premier League's UAE leg, said Saturday's knock in Abu Dhabi was "much-needed" not only for him but also for his team.

One individual could change a match in T20: Fleming

One individual could change a match in T20: Fleming

Rediff.com6 May 2012

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said the way Dwayne Smith won the match for Mumbai Indians, it shows the unpredictability of the Twenty20 format, in which one individual could change the result of a match with his performance.

'We have batting to counter Chargers' bowling

'We have batting to counter Chargers' bowling

Rediff.com30 Apr 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming on Saturday exuded confidence that the defending champions have enough firepower in their batting to take on Deccan Chargers pace attack which played havoc against Kochi Tuskers Kerala in their last IPL match.

CSK coach Fleming praises Gaikwad's superb innings

CSK coach Fleming praises Gaikwad's superb innings

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

After registering a thrilling 20-run win over Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Stephen Fleming hailed opening batsman Ruturaj Gaikwad for playing a match-winning 88-run knock.

Home conditions give us an edge over RCB: Fleming

Home conditions give us an edge over RCB: Fleming

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

The defeat at the hands of Kings XI Punjab the other day, notwithstanding, Chennai Super Kings, backed by a vociferous home crowd, will still hold an edge over Royal Challengers Bangalore during their Indian Premier League match in Chennai on Saturday, coach Stephen Fleming said on Friday.

We are getting better with every game: Fleming

We are getting better with every game: Fleming

Rediff.com2 Oct 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming, on Saturday, declared that the players are focused on winning their next two matches in order to qualify for the semi-finals of the Champions League Twenty20.

Chennai's Fleming to not demand much from tired Indians

Chennai's Fleming to not demand much from tired Indians

Rediff.com19 Sep 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said not much would be demanded of the team's Indian players, who are joining the team after a tiring and disappointing tour of England.

What makes Williamson a special cricketer

What makes Williamson a special cricketer

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Williamson breaks Fleming's record for most 50-plus Test scores.

Fleming confident of Chennai Super Kings defending title

Fleming confident of Chennai Super Kings defending title

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming tells Bikash Mohapatra he is worried about the kind of start his team has had in this edition of the IPL, but confident of a turnaround.

Fatigue, lack of adaptability did us in: Fleming

Fatigue, lack of adaptability did us in: Fleming

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said a tired lot of players, including skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Suresh Raina, and the inability to adapt quickly on a new track were the reasons for thedefending champions' early exit from the Champions League Twenty20 in Chennai.

CSK enjoy advantage over other teams: Fleming

CSK enjoy advantage over other teams: Fleming

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

Having retained their core group of players in the auction earlier this year, Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming believes that the defending champions enjoy an edge over other nine teams in the fourth edition of the Indian Premier League.

1st Test, Day 1: Williamson puts NZ on top

1st Test, Day 1: Williamson puts NZ on top

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Kane Williamson finished the day 97 not out - approaching his 21st Test century - with Ross Taylor 31 not out and the home team 243-2 .

Vettori calls time on NZ Test captaincy

Vettori calls time on NZ Test captaincy

Rediff.com19 Jan 2011

Daniel Vettori officially ended his tenure as New Zealand's test captain on Wednesday, though he will not relinquish the coin toss responsibilities completely until after the World Cup.

Vettori endorses Fleming for India coaching job

Vettori endorses Fleming for India coaching job

Rediff.com17 Jan 2011

New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori has said that Stephen Fleming would be ideal for the soon to be vacant Team India coaching position.

First Look: Captain Dhoni unveils Rising Pune Supergiants jersey for IPL 9

First Look: Captain Dhoni unveils Rising Pune Supergiants jersey for IPL 9

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, on Thursday, launched the jersey of his team, Rising Pune Supergiants, one of the new entrants in this year's Indian Premier League.

Wright favourite to become Black Caps coach

Wright favourite to become Black Caps coach

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Former New Zealand opener John Wright, who coached India with great success, has emerged as the favourite to become coach of the Black Caps after two Australians and ex-Black Cap skipper Stephen Fleming ruled themselves out on Wednesday.

'Getting Gayle out early is key to beating RCB'

'Getting Gayle out early is key to beating RCB'

Rediff.com23 May 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming has said that Royal Challengers Bangalore was lucky to get Chris Gayle in its side and any team that would be playing against RCB should ensure that the West Indies opener gets out cheaply.

'Dhoni as a captain is a great example'

'Dhoni as a captain is a great example'

Rediff.com18 May 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming is wary about the fact that law of averages might just catch up with the defending champions, who have been in good form having won eight out of their 12 IPL matches so far.

Brilliant fielding helped our bowlers: Fleming

Brilliant fielding helped our bowlers: Fleming

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said his team's brilliant fielding performance made all the difference in the 25-run win over Pune Warriors and the side would look to replicate the effort in the coming IPL matches as well.

Yet to decide on full-time coaching job: Fleming

Yet to decide on full-time coaching job: Fleming

Rediff.com23 Apr 2011

Stephen Fleming's name has been doing the rounds as a possible successor to Gary Kirsten as India coach but the former New Zealand captain has said he had not thought of taking up full-time coaching job yet.

Nottinghamshire sign Younis Khan

Nottinghamshire sign Younis Khan

Rediff.com6 Jul 2005

The Pakistan vice-captain will join the county as a replacement for New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming.

Du Plessis reveals secret of Dhoni's IPL success

Du Plessis reveals secret of Dhoni's IPL success

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

CSK has been a part of 10 out of 12 seasons of IPL and have never finished lower than semi-finals or play-offs.

Why CSK will have no workload issues during IPL

Why CSK will have no workload issues during IPL

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

None of three India fast bowlers -- Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami -- which makes it a bit easy for coach Stephen Fleming to sort his combinations.

Coach Fleming inks fresh 3-year deal with Chennai

Coach Fleming inks fresh 3-year deal with Chennai

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

Former New Zealand cricket captain and current coach of the Indian Premier League franchise Chennai Super Kings Stephen Fleming has inked a fresh three-year coaching deal with them.

Spotted: Shane Warne in Johannesburg

Spotted: Shane Warne in Johannesburg

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

Reader Aravinda Ram sent us this photograph from Johannesburg.

'Dhoni had the look in his eyes and said 'I will go''

'Dhoni had the look in his eyes and said 'I will go''

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting was awestruck by Mahendra Singh Dhoni's cool demeanour under pressure, describing the legendary Chennai Super Kings skipper as one of the greatest finishers of the game.

Refreshed CSK hope for improved showing after six-day break

Refreshed CSK hope for improved showing after six-day break

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Chennai will be playing four of the next five games in Dubai and Fleming said it would be helpful to settle in and try and read conditions at one ground.

No desire to become New Zealand coach: Fleming

No desire to become New Zealand coach: Fleming

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming has ruled himself out of contention to become coach of the Black Caps after the exit of Andy Moles.

'I rejected coaching offers of two top nations'

'I rejected coaching offers of two top nations'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

Since his retirement from international cricket last year, former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming has rejected two plum-coaching offers, one believed to be England.

NZ cricketers may travel to UK for WTC final with Indian players

NZ cricketers may travel to UK for WTC final with Indian players

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Kyle Jamieson and Mitchell Santner are among 10 New Zealand players in the different franchises of the IPL.